Elaine Crowley thanks the public for support following death of 'beautiful' nephew

The TV presenter said her beloved nephew showed bravery and kindness throughout his short battle with cancer

Elaine Crowley at the Virgin Media Television Spring 2023 launch. Picture: Brian McEvoy

Following the death of her nephew, TV presenter Elaine Crowley has thanked the public for their efforts in raising funds in his honour.

The Cork native recently shared her heartbreak as she announced the death of her “bright, beautiful” nephew Ultan following his short battle with cancer.

In a post to Instagram, Crowley shared a number of pictures of her nephew, Ultan who she says showed bravery and kindness throughout his battle.

“The best job I’ve ever had is being this bright, beautiful, bonkers boy’s Auntie Dumbass,” she wrote alongside a series of pictures of her nephew. 

"Ultan showed such bravery and kindness all during his short battle with cancer.

“He was the best son, brother, nephew and friend, and touched the lives of everyone he encountered with joy and was absolutely hilarious too."

A GoFundMe Page was created in order to raise money for an animal charity in honour of Ultan, who loved all animals but especially cats.

"Let's keep raising money for our beautiful Ultan's greatest love, animals, especially cats. Thank you," she said on Wednesday while sharing a link to the donations page.

So far, over €8,181 has been raised for the cause.

Crowley recently explained that her nephew adored animals, especially his beloved cats Mrs Creeper and Chorizo El Gato.

“With that in mind we want to raise as much as possible to help out the furry friends he so adored. Please donate if you can, any amount means so much. Animal help Kerry."

She added: “Our hearts are shattered.” 

According to the GoFundMe page that has been set up for the cause, cats brought Ultan “much joy, especially in the last few months”.